Tantangan dan Strategi Penguatan Ketahanan Sosial berbasis Kearifan Lokal pada Komunitas Adat Terpencil Suku Asmat
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This study examines the social resilience of the Asmat people in Papua, whose lives are deeply rooted in ecological bonds, local wisdom, and community solidarity. While their cultural identity and subsistence practices based on forests and swamps serve as the foundation of daily life, the Asmat face multidimensional challenges, including economic vulnerability, limited access to health and education services, as well as constraints in transportation and communication. This research applies a literature study approach by reviewing relevant scholarly articles, books, and research reports. The findings reveal that reliance on a subsistence economy renders the community highly vulnerable to climate change, environmental degradation, and limited market access. In health, the shortage of medical personnel, inadequate facilities, and poor access to clean water significantly reduce quality of life. In education, the lack of schools and teachers hampers school participation and the development of life skills among younger generations. Nevertheless, opportunities for strengthening social resilience can be pursued through livelihood diversification based on local potential, small-scale livestock and community-based fisheries, improvement of transportation and communication infrastructure, and the enhancement of basic services. This study emphasizes the need for development strategies that are inclusive, participatory, and contextually adapted to indigenous communities, ensuring that the social resilience of the Asmat can be both preserved and sustainably strengthened.
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